Children's Home Deputy Manager
Salary: £36,500 per annum + £60 per sleep-in
Location: Bradford, BD6
Home Size: New 3-Bedroom Therapeutic EBD Children's Home | Awaiting Ofsted Registration
Salary & Benefits
Salary of £36,500 per annum
£60 per sleep-in, with approximately 8–10 sleep-ins per month
Two days on / four days off shift pattern
Opportunity to help establish a new children's home from the beginning
Work closely with the Registered Manager and Responsible Individual
Opportunity to shape the home's culture, standards and therapeutic approach
Career development and experience in leadership, safeguarding and regulatory compliance
What We're Looking For
Relevant Level 3 or Level 4 qualification in Residential Childcare, meeting the requirements for the role
Previous experience working in a children's residential care setting
Experience leading shifts, supporting colleagues or working in a senior care role
Strong understanding of safeguarding, child protection and emotional and behavioural difficulties (EBD)
Knowledge of trauma-informed and relationship-based care, including PACE principles
Excellent leadership, communication and organisational skills
Ability to remain calm under pressure and manage challenging situations safely
A compassionate, child-centred approach and commitment to improving outcomes for young people
Flexibility to support the home's operational needs, including on-call arrangements when required
Key Roles & Responsibilities
Support the Registered Manager with the day-to-day running of the three-bed EBD children's home
Lead shifts, guide colleagues and promote consistent, high-quality care
Help recruit, induct, train and develop a committed staff team
Build positive, trusting relationships with children and young people
Support care planning, risk assessments and individual behaviour support strategies
Promote safeguarding, emotional wellbeing, independence and positive life experiences
Ensure children's wishes, feelings and individual needs are respected
Maintain accurate records, including daily logs, incident reports and care plans
Contribute to audits, quality assurance and service improvement plans
Help ensure compliance with the Children's Homes Regulations 2015, Quality Standards and Ofsted requirements
Work collaboratively with social workers, families, education providers and other professionals
Assist with rotas, handovers, staffing arrangements and daily operations
Participate in on-call arrangements, providing guidance and attending the home when required
Shift Pattern
Two days on / four days off
Approximately 8–10 sleep-ins per month, paid at £60 each
Flexibility required to meet the operational needs of the home, including on-call duties
To apply for this role, please contact Tabitha at Purosearch on 01904 570050 or send your CV for immediate consideration to t.wagstaff@purosearch.com .